A group from Smiths Machine held meetings with colleagues from their major machine provider, DMG/MORI SEIKI, during the high-tech manufacturer’s Innovation Days earlier this month.

CCO Tim Smith, Engineering Manager Gerhard Hetzler, and CNC Specialist Jason Nichols held one-on-one meetings and took part in demonstrations of emerging technologies in turning and milling, ultra-high speed precision machining, and inspection during the event.

“DMG/MORI does a super job of concentrating the people and the innovations you most want to see in the space of one big show. It was a great opportunity for us to interact with exhibitors in the areas of tooling, workholding, software and automation,” Tim Smith said. “Through our strong partnership with DMG/MORI, we stay on the cutting edge with regard to new methods and materials,” Mr. Smith said.

Gerhard Hetzler spoke as a part of a presentation by Siemens regarding how companies like Smiths Machine rely on constant innovation to remain at the top of their game. Mr. Hetzler discussed Smiths Machine’s use of innovative machinery combined with innovative CAD/CAM software to gain a strategic advantage.

The three day Chicago event also featured expert seminars in the automotive and aerospace production. DMG/MORI SEIKI is a leading provider of high-tech solutions for machining, turning and milling.